Winter in Jelgava City, Jelgava County and Ozolnieki County

Winter is the right time to learn and discover new things, therefore during the winter months the visitors are welcome to learn more about the history of Jelgava through time and events that took place over 750 years ago via the interactive exhibits of the Tower. You can observe the snowy city landscape from the Tower’s viewing platform or even see the wild horses in Lielupe floodplain meadows. On the 8th floor of the Tower there is a French restaurant that invites you to enjoy an exquisite meal in a retro atmosphere.

Send an electronic postcard! On the first floor of the Tower, in the tourist information center, anyone can send their friends and relatives a free virtual greeting - an electronic postcard from Jelgava the recipient will receive in their e-mail.

In winter the Jelgava castle smells of candles, gingerbread and chocolate! Here you can take part in the gingerbread workshop, Christmas letter workshop, create beautiful candles and taste hot chocolate with the Lady of the Court! Find out more.

The visitors are also welcome in the house of Ā.Alunāns, where they can learn about the creative heritage of the father of the Latvian theatre in a romantic 19th century atmosphere, simultaneously strolling through the exhibition of artworks and enjoying the atmosphere of Alunāns family.

In winter the Eleja manor park has a special charm and the Eleja Tea House acquires a romantic wintry mood - it is available for visitors also during the winter with prior booking. For example, it can be a wonderful place for a photo shoot or a stop for the newlyweds or in case of other special event.

Jelgava public skating rink between the Driksa river and Lielupe on Pasta sala will be open every day if the weather conditions allow. The skating times are divided into one-hour intervals: four skating sessions are available during weekdays and five sessions are available on weekends and holidays. During winter season there are separate skating sessions provided for skating with hockey sticks and it is possible to rent the rink for entertainment or hockey tournament. The rink offers skate rental.

When the ground is covered by a blanket of snow, it is time to get your skis and go for a proper ride with cross-country skis in Ozolnieki near the artificial hill. Here a dedicated 2.5km ski route is available to the lovers of winter activities if the weather conditions are right. While children can enjoy the winter pleasures by flying down the hillside. The skiing equipment and everything else necessary for the winter fun must be provided by visitors.

Ozolnieki

Wintery rides in horse-drawn sledge and on horseback!

When the winter snow covers the ground Jelgava area offers a magical winter adventure - a ride on a horse-drawn sledge. It will be a beautiful addition not only to individual entertainment and leisure events, but can also bring a little bit of unforgettable magic together with colleagues or during celebrations.

Enjoy sledge-riding or horseback riding along snowy forest and country roads.

Discover the local flavors!

Hardworking folks are laboring in Jelgava, Jelgava municipality and Ozolnieki municipality and here a large variety of local goods and treats are made that are available for tasting. Travelers are encouraged to visit the local companies and farms, where the hosts will welcome you, tell you about their products and you will be able to taste and purchase them. Visits and degustations must be booked in advance.